First GoldvsProgress
First Gold (dual purpose) and Progress (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick First Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryHerbalOrangeHerbalSpicy
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruity
Property
| Property | First Gold | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–10% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.3–4.1% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 24–28% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Golding